The Department of Civil Engineering at Frederick University organized an educational visit to the former asbestos mine in Troodos. The project currently under construction in the area is a 600m long square culvert for the collection and management of stormwater, flowing through the area.

The total cost of the project is approximately €900,000 and it is expected to be completed in March 2026.

Civil Engineering students were presented with detailed information on the project by the Project Coordinator, Mrs. Anastasia Kyprianou, on behalf of the Geological Survey Department (Contracting Authority), who welcomed the group at the mine site. This was followed by a walking tour on-site, accompanied by discussion and student questions. In addition, the project contractor, Mr. Christakis Mousoulos, provided further information regarding construction details, as well as the execution and progress of the works. This is a significant project at the mine site, as it will allow for more effective collection and better management of stormwater, contributing to the stabilization of mining waste. The project forms part of a broader environmental restoration program in the area, which is not expected to be completed before 2040.

There was strong interest from the Civil Engineering students, both regarding the project itself and the history of the mine in general. Participation in the visit proved to be a particularly valuable experience, as it encompassed various specializations in the field, including hydrology and hydraulics, structural and construction issues, materials, geotechnical works and environmental management.

Educational field trips form a very important part of the Civil Engineering curriculum at Frederick University and are frequently organized by the Department. Their purpose is to provide students with direct exposure to major infrastructure projects, enabling them to study and understand the complex nature and significance of civil engineering works in practice.